[Game] Preseason Game 4: Kings vs. Warriors, 12/17/2020, 6:00pm PST, 9:00pm EST

[SLAB]

If they don't have a cardboard cut-out of Sign Lady up there, the whole exercise is pointless.

They have like 10 or so spaced out in a single section. All holding various signs.

 

[hrdboild]

I don't think we need to worry about minutes for Haliburton. Based on pre-season he'll be the first guard off the bench and should get around 30 minutes a game. I've been very impressed with his defense so far.

Other 4 game (over) reactions...

Hassan is the starter. He's both a stifling defensive presence and an instant fast break catalyst. Bagley and Metu would be my other rotation bigs with Bjelica getting spot minutes when we want another shooter. I've been pleasantly surprised by Bagley's activity level on defense. Keep it up big guy! Fox's shooting is already a concern. Holmes and Barnes aren't inspiring me with a lot of confidence on either end of the floor right now. Buddy continues to be frustrating at times but he's so money from range that he still needs to be out there as much as possible. No one else on our team presents the same scoring threat. And he's looked like he cares about defense this year which is encouraging. Oh yeah and Kyle Guy! GOAT! That's all I've got.

 

[SLAB]

Richuan inheriting HG’s ability to be a walking foul is fine by me because that just means more minutes for Hassan.

 

[whozit]

If they don't have a cardboard cut-out of Sign Lady up there, the whole exercise is pointless.

Think I saw an add while watching reply, that for a fee you can get the honor of having your picture in the stands. Business I guess.

 

[steelevt]

oooh that dunk might have earned holmes a little slack

 

[hrdboild]

Alright, I see you Richaun!

 

[DesertFox]

I have a feeling he won't be pulling off a windmill anytime soon.

He actually can get up pretty well

 

[SLAB]

So... is this crew the Warriors actual rotation? Because if so... ooooof.

 

[steelevt]

HB with back to back and 1s. And i bet doug is loving the steal off the pressure

 

[kb02]

I don't think we need to worry about minutes for Haliburton. Based on pre-season he'll be the first guard off the bench and should get around 30 minutes a game. I've been very impressed with his defense so far.

Agree until the 2H when he starts over Buddy. Best man starts.

 

[hrdboild]

See, as soon as I critisize Holmes and Barnes they both show me something. Clearly I need to post in game threads more often!

 

[SacTownKid]

So... is this crew the Warriors actual rotation? Because if so... ooooof.

They'll have Dray and Wiseman but man, oh man, if these guys go for the tank and shut down Curry at any point, that tank is unbeatable. hahaha.

 

[SacTownKid]

See, as soon as I critisize Holmes and Barnes they both show me something. Clearly I need to post in game threads more often!

I don't know why the Warriors aren't zoning this unit. They are letting them drive and dish on them and pick and roll them with ease.

 

[DesertFox]

I understand they're easing Bagley in by having him play just the 4, but it's not going to work well next to Whiteside or Holmes. Especially since it looks like Fox's 3 hasn't developed yet.

 

[steelevt]

See, as soon as I critisize Holmes and Barnes they both show me something. Clearly I need to post in game threads more often!

it's ok, it's just preseason. Just make sure you post more during the regular season

 

[dude12]

I like GR3 as the backup SF

 

[SacTownKid]

And this my boy Luke is why you don't platoon sub, LOL.

 

[SLAB]

DeFox’s three doesn’t just look bad, it looks abysmal. That’s not a good sign.

 

[kb02]

Fox has missed every three point attempt tonight.

 

[Sluggah]

I know it’s preseason, but I’m getting worried about Fox’s three.

 

[macadocious]

Fox is gonna break a backboard

 

[SLAB]

That guy just stopped a drive dead in his tracks because of the mere presence of Hassan, leading to a turnover. I love it.

 

[SacTownKid]

The Kings are supposed to be playing the way the Dubs are right now. Fox shouldn't have to shoot 3's he should be draw and kicking to others for crap sake.

 

[Iced Espresso]

Hope he makes the 2nd FT so we see the press.

 

[SLAB]

Thanks to Hassan.

 

[dude12]

The Hield FB 3 is fairly lethal

 

[hrdboild]

Fox needs to keep shooting. That's what pre-season is for. He's not going to find his shot if he's afraid to take them. I don't mind the ugly misses as much as I mind him passing up open shots.

 

[steelevt]

first gripe about monte. why didnt you give whiteside a multiple year minimum contract?

 

[SLAB]

HASSAN FLEX.

 

[dude12]

How did McNair get Whiteside on that cheap contract?